Subsection (9) of section 5A sets out that any revision to the code of practice must be laid before the Scottish Parliament and specify the date on which it is to come into effect with such date to be at least 40 17 This document relates to the Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill (SP Bill 59) as introduced in the Scottish Parliament on 19 February 2025 days after it has been laid, disregarding any period during which Parliament is dissolved or in recess.